Youtube Video: https://youtu.be/i4MjFn8lOF0

Ever wonder how new laws could change your Miami commute? In this episode, we dive into pending legislation that could reshape housing and transportation in Miami-Dade County.

From high-density developments near transit hubs to possible extensions of the 836 and a commuter rail along the CSX corridor, these shifts could make getting around the city easier and more sustainable.

Join WSHC+B partners Peter Waldman and Ed Martos, with transportation leader Javier Rodriguez, President of Metric Engineering, as they explore what’s ahead for Miami’s roads, rails, and communities.

HOSTS:

Peter Waldman, WSHC+B Partner

https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-waldman-00044438/

Edward Martos, WSHC+B Partner

https://www.linkedin.com/in/edward-martos-a9ba266

GUEST:

Javier Rodriguez serves as the President (previously Chief Strategy Officer) of Metric Engineering, Inc..

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/javier-rodriguez-06010986

Company Website: metriceng.com

Bio:

Javier Rodriguez is the President of Metric Engineering, a leading full-service consulting engineering firm, is a respected leader in the transportation industry and previously served as the Executive Director of the Miami-Dade Expressway Authority (MDX) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT).

EPISODE 7 BREAKDOWN

[00:00:15] - [00:04:03] Welcome & Introductions. Peter Waldman opens Episode 7 and introduces Ed Martos.

[00:04:04] - [00:14:00] The UDB Explained and the CSX Corridor Opportunity. Ed explains how the Urban Development Boundary protects farmland and the Everglades and debate Miami-Dade’s car-centric growth to Broward’s infrastructure approach.

[00:14:01] - [00:17:14] Transit is the Missing Link. Javier makes the case for commuter rail as the logical connector for West Dade residents, cutting the downtown commute and opening access to jobs in Broward and Palm Beach.

[00:17:15] - [00:27:00] Affordability = Housing + Transit. The group discusses how the Live Local Act and TOD zoning link housing density to true affordability and reduced commute times. Javier highlights the SMART Plan.

[00:27:31] - [00:34:33] The Preemption Debate & Closing. Peter discusses Tallahassee's growing role in overriding local transportation and zoning decisions. The three Miami natives close with a closing message.

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